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Pittsburgh, United States ๐บ๐ธ
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Essentials
๐๏ธ City | Pittsburgh is a major city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania, known for its steel industry history and vibrant cultural scene. |
๐ฅ Population | Approximately 300,000 residents. |
๐ป Internet Speed | Average speed of 150 Mbps. |
๐ธ Currency & Banking | USD is the currency; 1 USD โ 1 USD. |
๐ฐ Tap Water | Safe to drink. |
๐ Power | 120V, 60Hz, ๐ Type A/B sockets. |
๐ถ SIM Card | Major providers include Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. |
๐ณ Banking for Expats | Common banks include Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and local credit unions. |
๐ Accommodation | Options include Airbnb, Vrbo, and local apartment rentals. |
๐ณ Cashless Friendly | Yes, widely accepted. |
๐ Short Term Rentals | Platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo are popular. |
๐๏ธ Budget Accommodation | Hostels such as Hi Pittsburgh Hostel and the POD Pittsburgh. |
๐๏ธ Best Area to Stay for Tourists | Downtown Pittsburgh, known for its attractions and restaurants. |
๐๏ธ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads | Lawrenceville for its hip vibe and coworking spaces. |
Working and Networking
๐ข Best Coworking Space | Spaces like WeWork in the Strip District. |
โ Best Cafe for Work | Coffee Tree Roasters in Squirrel Hill. |
๐ผ Networking Events | Pittsburgh Tech Meetup for tech enthusiasts. |
๐ฅ Social Events for Expats | Pittsburgh Expat Meetup group on Facebook. |
Transportation
๐ Best Taxi/Ride App | Uber and Lyft are widely used. |
๐ฒ Bike/Scooter Rental | Pittsburgh has bike share services like Healthy Ride. |
๐๏ธ Best Beach Nearby | Presque Isle State Park, about 2 hours away. |
โ๏ธ Top Regional Airline | Pittsburgh International Airport as a hub. |
โ๏ธ Top International Airline | Major carriers include Delta and American Airlines. |
๐ฃ๏ธ Highway Access | Interstates I-376 and I-79 provide easy highway access. |
๐ Main Train/Transit Hub | Union Station is the primary hub for rail services. |
๐ Public Transport Passes | Port Authority offers monthly transit passes for bus and subway. |
โ๏ธ Regional Travel | Bus (Greyhound, Megabus) and Amtrak services available. |
Health and Wellness
๐ฅ Best Hospital | UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. |
๐ง Yoga & Wellness Centers | Yoga Innovations in the East Liberty neighborhood. |
๐๏ธ Gyms & Fitness Centers | LA Fitness and Planet Fitness have many locations. |
๐งบ Laundry Services | Crown Cleaners offers wash and fold services. |
Food and Drink
๐ฑ Best Food Delivery App | UberEats and DoorDash are popular. |
๐ฝ๏ธ Best Local Dish to Try | Primanti Brothers sandwich, famous for its french fries and coleslaw. |
๐ฑ Vegan/Vegetarian Options | Apteka, a vegan Polish restaurant. |
๐ซ Best Dessert Spots | The Chocolate Moon and Prantl's Bakery. |
๐ Affordable Shopping Spots | Strip District Farmers Market for fresh produce. |
๐ E-commerce/Online Store | Amazon and local e-commerce businesses. |
๐ Grocery Delivery | Instacart and Amazon Fresh deliver groceries. |
๐ธ Bar/Nightlife Area | Lawrenceville and South Side are popular nightlife districts. |
๐ป Local Brewery | Penn Brewery, known for its craft beers. |
๐ท Wine Bars | Enrico's Taverna in Shadyside. |
๐ฒ Street Food Stalls | Food trucks at local events and markets. |
๐ Popular International Cuisine | Sienna Mercato for Italian and Cafe Phipps for Mediterranean. |
Culture and Attractions
๐๏ธ Must-See Landmarks | The Andy Warhol Museum and PNC Park. |
๐๏ธ Museums & Art Venues | Carnegie Museum of Art and Mattress Factory. |
๐ฐ Historical Sites | Fort Pitt Museum and Point State Park. |
๐ Religious Sites | St. Anthony's Chapel, known for its relic collection. |
๐ Annual Events | Three Rivers Arts Festival in June. |
๐จ Cultural Districts | The Cultural District in Downtown Pittsburgh. |
๐ญ Theater Venues | Heinz Hall for Performing Arts. |
๐๏ธ Local Markets | Pittsburgh Public Market for local vendors. |
๐ผ Music Scene | Mr. Smalls Theatre hosts live music events. |
๐จ Street Art | The murals in Lawrenceville and East Liberty. |
๐งโ๐ณ Cooking Classes | The Gardenerโs Kitchen offers culinary workshops. |
๐ฉโ๐จ Art Galleries | Kennywood Gallery showcases local artists. |
๐ฐ๏ธ Historic Buildings | Carnegie Library and the original PPG Place. |
๐ด Local Heritage | The city's steelworking history celebrated in museums and tours. |
Nature and Outdoor Activities
๐ Nearby Nature Escapes | Frick Park and Schenley Park offer extensive trails. |
๐๏ธ National Parks Nearby | Ohiopyle State Park is approximately 1.5 hours away. |
๐ฒ Cycling/Walking Paths | The Great Allegheny Passage bike trail. |
๐ Scenic Viewpoints | Mount Washington offers stunning city views. |
๐ฆ Birdwatching Locations | Mellon Park for various bird species. |
๐ฅ Bonfire-Friendly Spots | Designated picnic areas at Hartwood Acres. |
Other Services and Amenities
๐ฆ Parcel Delivery Service | FedEx and UPS have multiple locations. |
๐ ๏ธ Tech Repair Services | iFixit in East Liberty for device repairs. |
๐ Table Tennis Spots | Pittsburgh Table Tennis Club offers facilities. |
๐งโ๐ซ Language Classes | Pittsburgh Language School in the South Side. |
๐ Libraries & Study Spots | Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has excellent study spaces. |
๐๏ธ Community Centers | The Jewish Community Center is a cultural hub. |
๐น๏ธ Gaming Lounges | Gamer's Lounge is a popular spot for gamers. |
๐ฐ Casino & Gaming Halls | Rivers Casino on the North Shore. |
Business
๐ข Studio Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. $300,000 per 600 sqft studio. |
๐ข Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. $200,000 per 600 sqft studio. |
๐ 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. $400,000 per 800 sqft 1-bedroom. |
๐ 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. $280,000 per 800 sqft 1-bedroom. |
๐ก 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) | Approx. $600,000 per 1,200 sqft 2-bedroom. |
๐ก 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) | Approx. $350,000 per 1,200 sqft 2-bedroom. |
๐ผ Corporate Tax | 9.99% standard corporate tax rate in Pennsylvania. |
๐ต Dividend Withholding Tax | 0% in Pennsylvania for certain distributions. |
๐ฆ Tax System | Based on the U.S. federal and state income tax system. |
๐ Highest Income Tax Bracket | 37% for federal income tax. |
๐งพ VAT | There is no VAT in the U.S., but sales tax is around 7%. |
๐ Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules | Yes, the U.S. applies specific rules for global income. |
๐ Property Tax | Approximately 2% of the property's assessed value annually. |
๐ Property Transaction Tax | Generally varies by county; around 1% in Allegheny County. |
๐ป Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads | Notably favorable for remote freelancers owing to no state income tax on non-residents. |